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AAT QUALIFIED ACCOUNTANT SERVING STAFFORD

Accounting in Stafford, handled personally

I handle your accounts, tax returns, VAT and payroll personally, with fixed fees and a same-day response on every query.

I work fully remotely with sole traders, limited companies and contractors across Stafford and the wider Staffordshire area, so you get a dedicated AAT qualified accountant without the faff of travelling to an office.

★★★★★Google Review

“Would 100% recommend, is always polite, professional and helpful! His knowledge has been a saving grace many times.”

Sally Radford · verified client
Luke Jackson FMAAT, accountant providing personal accounting services to businesses in Stafford and Staffordshire
7+ years of practice experience
AAT Level 4 qualified (FMAAT)
5/5 Google rating across all reviews
Same-day responses guaranteed
QuickBooks ProAdvisor and FreeAgent Partner

Are your Stafford business accounts actually in order?

Answer five quick questions and get a clear, personalised next step based on where your accounts stand right now.

WHAT I DO

What I handle on your behalf

From self assessment and VAT returns to payroll and cloud bookkeeping, I take every compliance obligation off your plate personally.

01

Accounts and Tax Returns

I prepare and file your year-end accounts and tax return, whether you are a sole trader or a limited company. Every figure is checked by me before it goes to HMRC or Companies House. You will know exactly what you owe and when, with no last-minute surprises.

Sole trader and limited company
02

VAT Returns and Making Tax Digital

I handle your VAT returns and submit them directly to HMRC under Making Tax Digital. From April 2026, MTD for Income Tax is mandatory for sole traders and landlords earning over 50,000 pounds, and I can get you set up and compliant now. You do not need to worry about the deadlines or the software.

MTD compliant submissions
03

Bookkeeping and Cloud Accounting

I set up and manage your books using QuickBooks, FreeAgent, Xero or Sage, whichever suits your business. Monthly or quarterly bookkeeping keeps your records clean and your tax position clear throughout the year. When your accounts are done at year-end, there are no scrambled records to untangle.

QuickBooks, FreeAgent, Xero, Sage
WHY IT WORKS

Why clients come back every year

It comes down to three things: you always deal with me directly, nothing gets missed, and you always know what you are paying.

You speak to me, not a junior member of staff

At Anchor Accounts and Books, there are no handoffs. I handle every client personally, which means the person who picks up the phone knows your accounts inside out. If you have a question at short notice, you will hear back from me the same day.

Fixed fees with nothing hidden

You will know your fee before we start. I do not charge by the hour or add on costs for every email. That makes it easier to plan your business finances and means you will never open an unexpected invoice from me.

Plain English, every time

I will not send you a letter full of accounting jargon and leave you to work out what it means. If there is something you need to understand, I will explain it clearly and directly. That is not a courtesy, it is just how I work with every client.

FROM CLIENTS I WORK WITH

What clients say

★★★★★

“I came to Luke with my records in a complete mess after a difficult year. He sorted everything out without any fuss, explained exactly what I owed and why, and had my return filed well ahead of the deadline. I finally feel on top of it.”

J.M.
Sole Trader, Stafford
★★★★★

“As a limited company director juggling clients and staff, I needed someone I could actually reach when something came up. Luke responds the same day, every time, and he knows my accounts properly. That reliability is worth a lot.”

T.B.
Limited Company Director, Staffordshire
★★★★★

“I switched to Luke after my previous accountant retired and left me with no handover. He picked everything up quickly and made sure nothing was missed. Fixed fee, no surprises, no fuss.”

R.H.
Contractor, Stafford area
GETTING STARTED

How it works

Four straightforward steps, and you will have a qualified accountant handling everything within days.

01

Book a free call

Use the link at the top of this page to pick a time that suits you. There is no obligation and no sales pressure. It is a short call with me to understand your situation and answer any questions you have.

02

I review your current position

We go through what you have, what is outstanding and what needs to happen first. If your records are behind or incomplete, that is fine. I have seen every variation of disorganised books and we will work out a clear plan.

03

We agree a fixed fee and get set up

Once you are happy to proceed, I confirm your fixed monthly fee in writing. I then handle the onboarding, connect your cloud accounting software if needed and take over your compliance calendar.

04

Ongoing support, every deadline covered

From that point forward, every VAT return, payroll run, self assessment and year-end account is handled by me personally. You will always hear back from me the same day you get in touch.

COMMON QUESTIONS

Common questions

You do not need to meet in person for good accounting. I work fully remotely with clients across Stafford and Staffordshire, using video calls, phone and cloud accounting software to handle everything. Remote working means you get a qualified accountant who fits around your schedule, not the other way around.
Yes, and you would not be the first. The priority is always to get the most urgent filing done first to stop any penalties building up. Once we have spoken and I understand where things stand, I will tell you exactly what needs to happen and in what order.
I work on fixed monthly fees so there are no hourly rates and no surprise invoices. The exact fee depends on your business type and what you need me to handle, and I will confirm it clearly before we start. A free call is the quickest way to get a realistic figure for your situation.
I will deal with HMRC directly on your behalf once you have authorised me as your agent. You do not need to respond to letters yourself or guess at what they mean. If something arrives that needs attention, get it to me and I will handle it.